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LILY PAD AT METRO PARK
5.0
The entire staff truly cares for the kids as they update you constantly with pictures and feedback on their day!
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Bright Beginnings Home Daycare
5.0
We love our daycare because our daycare loves our son! Every day, they are excited to see him and he's thrilled to be there. How a child responds says a lot about the quality of the environment. They are clean, communicative, and flexible. I love that Farjana meets us our son where he is at - when...
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Paradise Day Care
5.0
We loved how Ms Marina provided such motherly love for our daughter who she cared for since she was 3 months old! She was very attentive to her safety and wellbeing and our daughter loved her. I highly recommend Ms Marina as a valuable caregiver for your baby
- Andrew W.
Daffodils Child Care
5.0
My son has been attending Daffodils for over a year now, starting when he was four months old. It was a smooth transition when he started, and he's always been happy to arrive in the morning and happy when I pick him up. Muna and Eman provide such loving and attentive care. I appreciate the...
- Carolyn V.
Surisa's Loving Home Daycare
5.0
Our experience with Surisa has been great! Our son is happy and excited to go to daycare during the week. I know that he is loved and well taken care of here! Surisa is great about keeping us informed about what's going on with our child, what his routine is like, as well as what he is learning. He...
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Daycares in Fort Washington, MD
5.0
(4)
Lily Pad at Metro Park is conveniently located in Alexandria, Virginia, one block from the Franconia Springfield Parkway. We have been in the community since 2010 and as our families can attest, we are well known for our lovely home-like environment and dedicated long term staff. Lily Pad uses the...
5.0
"Our daughter has been there since she was an infant, and Lily Pad has always been great. The staff is friendly, she learns so much there, and the administration is very responsive to questions or issues. They are also flexible with payment methods and schedules!"
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Bright Beginnings Home Daycare
5614 7th Pl S, Arlington, VA
5.0
(2)
I am currently holding a home day care permit by Arlington County. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. No pets, non-smoking environment and alcohol-free. Thank you and I hope to hear from you soon.
5.0
"Farjana takes the best care of my son! He has been going to her since he was 4 months old and he is now two! She treats him like she does her own children! She is amazing and has a heart of gold! We are so blessed to have her in our lives!"
Bobbi L.
Paradise Day Care
1405 S. Buchanan St., Arlington, VA
5.0
(1)
Paradise Day Care takes pride in providing a loving and enjoyable place for your child throughout the week. Located right off of S George Mason Dr and just minutes away from I-395, this day care is spacious yet cozy and is owned by Marina who has over 20 years of experience in caring for...
5.0
"We loved how Ms Marina provided such motherly love for our daughter who she cared for since she was 3 months old! She was very attentive to her safety and wellbeing and our daughter loved her. I highly recommend Ms Marina as a valuable caregiver for your baby"
Andrew W.
Daffodils Child Care
7814 Seth Hampton Dr, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(21)
My Name is Muna Barkhadle
Leaving your young infant with someone you don't know can be a difficult and nerve-racking decision to make.
As more children enter child-care in the early, tender years of infancy, the continuity of care between home and
outside care is very important for the young child....
5.0
"My son has been attending Daffodils for over a year now, starting when he was four months old. It was a smooth transition when he started, and he's always been happy to arrive in the morning and happy when I pick him up. Muna and Eman provide such loving and...
Carolyn V.
Surisa's Loving Home Daycare
6251 Marcy Court, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(25)
Surisa's Loving Home Daycare has been open since 1992. Surisa is a primary school teacher by training and has run this home daycare with her two assistants for over 20 years. The children are taken care of in a safe and friendly environment where they can grow, play and develop as strong...
5.0
"I am a first time mother and was very anxious to send my 9 month old to daycare after living through Covid quarantine. Surisa's place turned out to be a blessing for us. She truly cares for the children and adapts her style based on their needs. Her home is...
Veni S.
Lynda's Family Day Care, Llc
4502 Sir Woodburn Way, Clinton, MD
3.7
(3)
Lynda's Family Child Care provides high quality childcare in an educational and nurturing setting akin to the child's home. We provide a stimulating learning environment that offers opportunities to interact with their peers in a developmentally appropriate atmosphere, which is hospitable to...
5.0
"Two years ago before having our daughter, we searched and visited several daycare facilities. Lynda's Family daycare was the only center where we felt that our daughter would be safe and cared for in a nurturing environment. Our daughter has been attending here...
C G
Saj's Family Home Daycare Service
5304 Tessie Terrace, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(3)
Certified from Fairfax county Office For Children
First aid, CPR and other Professional trainings recommended by Fairfax county OFC. approved subsidy vendor from VA and FairFax county
I offer pet free, smoke free and safe environment for kids. Also USDA food program available. Have seven years of...
5.0
"Saj is the sweetest, most loving, and attentive care giver we could ever imagine for our daughter! I couldn't imagine our daughter ever being watched by anyone else. Our daughter has a medical condition that requires close monitoring when it comes to her meals. Saj...
Krista C.
The Britleys for Toddlers
525 School Street SW, Washington, DC
3.0
(2)
The Britleys for Toddlers' mission is to partner with parents to prepare children for the future; and inspire in them: excellence, self-esteem and social responsibility for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. We believe that education should be broad, balanced,...
5.0
"After relocating unexpectedly from the US Virgin Islands, on the heels of Hurricane Maria, we where plagued with the daunting task of finding Daycare for our daughter. She was ultimately enrolled in a Center in the District that came highly recommended....
Michele B
Gardizi Home Childcare
6720 Dorothy Giles Ct, Alexandria, VA
4.4
(7)
Hello, my name is Nasrin Gardizi and I have had over 17 years of experience with home child care and also with raising my own two boys. I love children and am extremely passionate about my career!
I have worked as a child care provider for Infant Toddler Family Day Care for over 10 years and have...
5.0
"The reason why I chose an At Home DayCare Provider for my daughter was because I wanted her to be given the same care I would have given her had I chosen to stay at home as opposed to continuing my career. When I first interviewed Nasrin, I could just tell that my...
Eleatrice C.
Happy Face
6230 Summit Point Court, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(7)
I am Wahida, a positive energetic and a mother of 3 girls. I am a home daycare provider for last past 21 years with CPR and first aid certified . I have home daycare permit through Fairfax county of Virginia, I love children and have experience working successfully with all ages. I have a bright...
5.0
"Wahida was a second mother to both of my boys, caring for my oldest for two years and my youngest for 8 months. We knew that the boys were going to be cared for and loved unconditionally, the same as her own children. She has more patience than anyone I've ever met...
Jordan C.
Elibunny Family Child Care
5916 South 5th Road, Arlington, VA
5.0
(9)
ELIBUNNY Family Child Care is a Quality program with full day care for 3 months to 5 years old children in a family home environment with love in care, we offer a infant classroom and a preschool class. it is very important that every child has a continue caregiver for the first 5 years of life to...
5.0
"We give Elizabeth and her Elibunny Family Child care our highest recommendation. Elizabeth and caregivers have been wonderful caregivers for our son who was in their care from the age of four months to eighteen months. From the very beginning we could rest...
Diane M
The Little Home Daycare
6007 Southward Way, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
The Little Home Daycare is a state licensed home daycare located in the heart of Kingstowne, VA. With over 15 years of experience, we provide care and education for children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years (infants to kindergarten). Our program provides loving, age-appropriate, safe, and creative learning...
5.0
"Outstanding, professional, patient and kind child care with flexibility and support for working parents. My daughter started at 2 months old and stayed through pre-Kindergarten. Plenty of social, educational, and fun activities for all ages!"
Catherine C
Open Vessel Family Child Care
6934 Aquamaine Ct, Capitol Heights, MD
5.0
(4)
We are a reliable Licensed Family Child Care. We have been in business since 2004. We are a Christian Base Child Care. Our ages range from 6 weeks to 5 years old. We use two learning curriculum, the A Beka and Mother Goose Program. The child wear uniforms. We attend monthly (learning) field trips....
5.0
"My family and I have had two children attend OVFCC. My son attended from 2016-2017 and then my daughter Ava attended from 2017-2019. Mrs. Elise is an awesome childcare provider and caretaker. She is super accommodating and attentive to the individual academic and...
Tymika J.
5.0
(1)
Your child will learn many things about God’s world and will develop language skills with the help of many animal friends. Workbooks have been designed and prepared especially with your child in mind. Coloring, painting and gluing will help develop manual skills and stories, poetry, and music will...
5.0
"I would like to share a testimony that exemplifies the level of education and solid foundation D was awarded while he attended Evangel Daycare. He recently transitioned to a charter school for Kindergarten. His teacher personally called me to share how impressed...
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I Excellent Care
2351 Eisenhower Ave Apt 504, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
In home care for babies and children.
I have more than 8 years of experience with excellent care service for babies and children, boys and girls, understand their needs, including Feeding, Playing, Teaching, Bathing and Bedding.
I love so much to raise and take care of early age toddlers and kids...
5.0
"One of the best places you can depend on, Afaf is a professional nanny her availability and experience makes her the best to fulfil everyone needs.
Above and beyond expectations!"
Afaf R.
Bright Home Childcare
6132 Summer Park Lane, ALEXANDRIA, VA
5.0
(3)
I run a state-licensed home daycare located in Kingstowne Alexandria, VA.
The childcare is operated by a mother of three with a Bachelor’s Degree and 15+ years of professional experience.
All staff, including the owner, are First Aid, CPR, and MAT Certified.
We offer a nurturing learning...
5.0
"My husband and I took our daughter to Ms. A’s daycare for 2.5 years. We only left when our daughter aged out. She is an incredible daycare provider. She runs a tight ship in the best way possible. Children need structure and boundaries, learning that is fostered...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Founded in 2008, we offer a professional, secure, and fun childcare program with an overall environment filled with love, learning, and respect. We engage children in educational play, providing various experiences to enhance their social, emotional, and cognitive motor skills.
5.0
"We sent both of our sons to Ms Alma and had a wonderful experience. Ms Alma creates an environment where young children gain independence and confidence. She holds high expectations while creating a warm and fun environment. Ms Alma thinks about individual...
Angela W.
My 1st Choice Family Childcare.
2404 Belle Haven Meadows Ct., Alexandria, VA
5.0
(20)
Special place for your child. Safe and healthy environment. Healthy meals and snacks. VA state license. CPR, First Aid and MAT (medication administration Training) certified. 16 years' experience working with kids.
Hours of operations: Mon- Fri. 8:00 am to 5:30 pm.
Other times and weekends...
5.0
"Our youngest of three was with Ms Farrah for a couple months while we waited to get a spot for him at the same daycare/preschool my other two children attend. After a very stressful couple of weeks looking for an alternative to bridge our gap, Ms Farrah was...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have seen the need to provide not only care but education as well. I work with the state approved curriculum STREAMIN3. I’m always looking for ways to provide education to kids, caring and teaching them as if they were my own. I like for children to feel that this home can also be called theirs.
5.0
"Genesis is located right by me, so the location is prime for us. The staff is amazing! They are very kind and patient with my daughter! Highly recommend."
Marilyn H.
Eva's Loving Daycare
6310 Dunman Way, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(4)
My name is Eva, I am a provider I have been serving families , I am also a Mother of three. My oldest is 34 yrs, second 31yrs, last one 21 yrs. I've been in child care business for over 20years. Before I became a provider, I was a Nanny for over 12 half years. I have always loved children. Over the...
5.0
"Eva has become a member of our family! She has been watching my daughter for about 18 months now, and my son as well for the last 7 months. She really gets the kids active, taking them to playgrounds, out for walks, and sometimes even on special field trips to the...
Dana S.
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Fort Washington, MD
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Fort Washington, MD?
Daycare centers near you in Fort Washington, MD offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Fort Washington, MD?
Daycares near you in Fort Washington, MD provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.
What should I look for in a daycare center near me in Fort Washington, MD?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Fort Washington, MD for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.
What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in Fort Washington, MD?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Fort Washington, MD include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.
Ratings for Fort Washington, MD daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Daycares in Fort Washington, MD are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.